Women’s Wear Daily had kinder words, writing that the designers “are following in the footsteps of Victoria Beckham and [Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen] of The Row, fashion’s most successful celebrity crossovers above the mass level.” The Los Angeles Times referenced the clothes’ “relaxed L.A. sensibility,” and added, “There’s no reason to think that the line won’t continue to gain momentum.” Vogue U.K. had the kindest words, writing that the looks “packed a lot of punch,” had “smart details,” were “well edited [and] jovial” and that Holmes & Yang seem to be making “attire that is desirable and covetable.”

Holmes arrived at the tents early, decked out in black slacks, a white blouse, leather jacket, colorful pumps and gold jewels. The designer — who created the line with her stylist, Jeanne Yang — made a couple of adjustments to the models during the presentation, and chatted with a few people in the crowd (which included Smash star Katharine McPhee).

The actress recently told WWD that she and Yang wanted to present their line at Fashion Week “because the brand is growing and expanding … we thought we would have something a little more substantial.”

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Showing their clothes Wednesday as a presentation (where models stand still and guests walk around them) as opposed to a standard runway show, Holmes said the method “was more appropriate for the clothes we sell … more of a transition for us from meeting privately with buyers in a hotel room to going right to a big show.”

Regardless of the critics’ opinions, Holmes can take solace in the fact that she felt confident in her designs — and isn’t afraid to fail.

“Who cares?” she told WWD when asked about taking such leaps of faith. “At least you tried. It’s usually the people who haven’t tried who are the naysayers.” Tell us: From these shots, what do you think of the Holmes & Yang collection?

Dull and boring. Did not even fit well on the model. Just because you have a famous name, does not mean you should have a fashion line. If you are famous, you should have outstanding, innovative fashion style of your own. Not dowby, boring everyday clothing style. Therefore I can understand Victoria Beckham or even Nichole Ritchie, but Katie Holmes and the Olsen twins- I dont get it.

June
on September 12th, 2012

Sorry but none of her clothes appeal to me, they are not my style or what I would wear. I am just being honest but they could easily be mistaken for clothes bought from Walmart, nothing special or outstanding about these clothes. Besides, why would I want to buy clothes from a designer that wears those old, worn out tan boots repeatedly like they are all she has? Katie needs to realize everyone is watching how she dresses out in public so if she wants to be taken seriously, she needs to start dressing smart and wear shoes that are in excellent condition.

Steve
on September 12th, 2012

Didn’t see anything that stood out to me and Yelled “buy me” not impressed,..

Karolina
on September 12th, 2012

I like the clothes – they seem sophisticated and classy however, the price point is way to high for the average person. I think you can easily find similiar styles for much less.

CinciTina
on September 12th, 2012

Ah, another clothing line for pretty, skinny people. When will someone create a line for regular-shaped women???

Pips
on September 12th, 2012

Yikes, not good. Is this line for K-mart or Sears??

Pips
on September 12th, 2012

Yikes, is this line for K-mart or Sears??

Pat
on September 12th, 2012

yawn!

Trish
on September 12th, 2012

I have seen better at Target!

rexann boyd
on September 12th, 2012

I actually love her style and love what she has created! She is more than an actress, clearly!